Bigelow's New England Fried Clams

Reviews

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  Giuseppe Pistone

  1 day ago
  5.0
  My uncles treated our family to lunch at Bigelow's New England Fried Clams, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. It's easy to see why this local favorite has been serving guests since 1939. The restaurant was spotless, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the food was absolutely delicious. We started with the fried calamari, which was perfectly tender, lightly breaded, and full of flavor. My uncle ordered the cold lobster roll while I chose the hot lobster roll with butter, and both were fresh, generously filled, and excellent. My wife ordered the crab cakes, which she thoroughly enjoyed. Every dish was prepared with care, and the quality really stood out. If you've never been to Bigelow's, make it a point to visit. And if you have been before, it's definitely worth coming back again. This is a classic New England seafood restaurant that has earned its reputation over the decades!
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  Angela Lobianco

  6 days ago
  1.0
  Came here for a good lobster roll. Checked out the photos on their website and it looked pretty good. The ones we were served were no where near as big or full as they pictured them and were ridiculously priced at $45.99 which of course isn’t on the menu. The lobster was tough and overcooked and it was so small it was all of four small bites. We were so disappointed and felt robbed. Not planning on going back. For the price I paid here I could’ve had a full three course meal. Owner replied he’s sorry for the bad experience and hopes we’ll come back again which is definitely not happening. I spent $144 including tax and tip for 2 very small and not well made or even full lobster rolls, flavorless fries a cup of clam chowder and two ginger ales. Now reading the complaints about the price of these lobster tails being ridiculous and the owner still not fixing the problem and sends out his sorry you had a bad experience reply but keeps doing the same thing. No thanks!!!!!!!!
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  Luis Martinez

  Jun 29, 2026
  5.0
  Been here a few times and the service is always great and the food is perfect. Stopped by yesterday and had to wait a few minutes for a table. I began to chat with Anthony who was very pleasant and friendly. Food was on point like always. Will be back soon!
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  Nicole Espinal

  Jun 25, 2026
  5.0
  This place is so good. I moved out of Long Island a year ago, and every few months I get weepy that I can’t satisfy my Bigelow’s craving. I’d been coming here for over twenty years with my family. Do get their fried shrimp platter and a hot bowl of New England clam chowder with it. Squeeze a lemon in the chowder, then dip your shrimp in the chowder, and come back to thank me later. The shrimp dipped in tartar sauce and then cocktail sauce is also bangin. I also recommend their coleslaw for some freshness in between the fried food. PS: Their tartar sauce is the best I’ve ever had, and I haven’t been able to replicate it. I miss it so much, nothing has come close.
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  Nancy Drew

  Jun 20, 2026
  1.0
  Lobster roll is $45 with a very small amount of lobster; I don’t mind paying $45 but put at least 5-6 ounces of lobster in the bun; fried clams are good but super expensive; they removed 2-3 tables for some unknown reason so now the place only has 6 or 7 tables; they allow their customers to bring their dogs into the restaurant and the bathroom is dirty. It wasn’t worth the wait. It wasn't worth the cost; My family and I won’t be back.

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